hen I began this blog as a graduate student studying education, I never imagined the friends that I would meet around the country (and world). Teachers who would take me under their wing, guide me, mentor me, encourage me, and…

Finally! We are ready to start exploring the addition strategies. I know that it was mentioned in previous chapters but I really wanted to focus first on building the foundation, readying the room, understanding the goals, and setting procedures. Not…

This was first posted at Teaching in Blue Jeans in August 2013. I thought it would be good to share with all of you again as it has a lot of great information. My school uses Harcourt Storytown for our reading program. I have…

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! To each and every one of you who left such amazing comments full of experience and wisdom! I read every one… several times and then formulated a plan. First stop Wal-Mart. I figured I…

I get sooo many great ideas from blog stalking that I have begun to lose track of what is on my “must do/buy/create list.” Does this ever happen to you? So I decided to create a list here to share…

About Me

My name is Misty. Welcome to my world!

I am a teacher, student, and project manager. I am blessed to be married to my best friend and together we are raising three incredible little men. In my free time, you can find me in the gym, outdoors (anywhere), spending time with my family, reading a book, or snuggling up to my honey watching a movie. We also have a cute little Puggle named Miss Piggy. She thinks she is the boss of everyone despite only being thirteen pounds!